The DOJ settled with Rare Breed Triggers, allowing the sale of forced-reset triggers and requiring the return of seized triggers. This reverses the previous administration's tight gun control measures.

The safety of Times Square is debated amid increased complaints and incidents of violence, with proposals for a casino to improve safety and a new Quality of Life Division formed to address issues.

New York Governor Hochul announces a $10.4 million grant to improve animal shelters, indicating strong state support for animal welfare and shelter facility enhancements.

NYPD seeks a suspect for a Brooklyn commercial burglary on May 16 and offers a reward for reliable information.

NYPD seeks info on a suspect for an assault in Manhattan where a 72-year-old man was punched and suffered a broken nose. A reward is offered for tips.

NYPD seeks a suspect for an attempted robbery in the Bronx, where a store employee was assaulted with pepper spray. A reward is offered for information.

New York City faces rain and gusty winds today, with varying start times across boroughs and mid-50s temperature. No hazardous weather alerts were issued despite the consistent rainfall expected across the region.

A severe flu outbreak in the US has led to high pediatric deaths in New York and nationwide, with health officials stressing the importance of vaccination amidst rampant misinformation.

Billie Eilish extends her 'Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour' with additional shows including a two-night stint at UBS Arena in Long Island on October 25 and 26. Pre-sale tickets are available with general sales to follow.

Staten Island students are participating in an eel count, which helps monitor water quality and reflects NYC's progress in improving aquatic habitats.

Delta Airlines is resuming its daily nonstop flights from New York-JFK to Tel Aviv on May 20 with an Airbus A330-900neo, after a temporary halt due to Middle East tensions.

A 15-year-old boy was critically injured in a shooting outside a NYCHA building in Harlem. No arrests have been made; the incident is part of a disturbing pattern of youth gun violence in NYC.

The Brooklyn Bridge remains structurally sound after a collision with the Mexican Navy's tall ship, which resulted in two deaths and 22 injuries. The NTSB is investigating the crash's causes, which occurred over a 10-minute period.